Bangalore Urban district, the smallest among the thirty-one districts of Karnataka, is a bustling hub of technology, culture, and commerce. Formed in 1986 following the partition of the erstwhile Bangalore district, it stands out as the state’s most densely populated district, encapsulating the vibrant city of Bangalore.
The district came into existence with the bifurcation of Bangalore district in 1986, creating Bangalore Urban and Bangalore Rural districts. This partition marked a crucial moment in the administrative landscape, paving the way for focused development and governance in the urban center.
Bordered by Bangalore Rural district to the east and north, Ramanagara district to the west, and Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu to the south, Bangalore Urban is strategically located at the heart of Karnataka. It encompasses three taluks – Bangalore City, Yelahanka, and Anekal – each contributing to the district’s dynamic character.
Comprising seventeen hoblies, 872 villages, eleven rural habitations, five towns, and one tier-three city, Bangalore Urban district is administered by ninety-six Village Panchayats, ninety-seven Taluk Panchayats, five Town Municipal Councils, one City Municipal Council, and one City Corporation (Mahanagara Palike).
With a population of 9,621,551 as per the 2011 census, Bangalore Urban district has the distinction of being Karnataka’s most densely populated district. The urban population constitutes a significant 88.11%, reflecting the district’s status as a vibrant urban center with a density of 4,378 people per square kilometer.
The district is a melting pot of cultures and languages. With a majority practicing Hinduism, the religious landscape includes Islam, Christianity, Jainism, and other beliefs. Linguistically diverse, the population predominantly speaks Kannada, followed by Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Marathi.
Bangalore Urban is home to numerous temples that contribute to its cultural richness. Notable ones include Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple, Dodda Basavana Gudi, Halasuru Someshwara Temple, ISKCON Temple Bangalore, Kote Venkataramana Temple, and Banashankari Amma Temple. These sites serve as both religious landmarks and cultural treasures, reflecting the district’s historical depth.
The district enjoys a moderate climate, with average temperatures ranging from 16–18 °C. The region experiences a distinctive monsoon season, contributing to the lush greenery and numerous wetlands, as indicated by the National Wetland Atlas.
Bangalore Urban district, the smallest among the thirty-one districts of Karnataka, is a bustling hub of technology, culture, and commerce.
With a population of 9,621,551 as per the 2011 census, Bangalore Urban district has the distinction of being Karnataka's most densely populated district.
Linguistically diverse, the population of Bangalore Urban predominantly speaks Kannada, followed by Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Marathi.
The area of Bangalore Urban, the smallest district in Karnataka is 2,196 km².
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